Evaluation Specialist

This generic job opening builds a pool of evaluation experts available to programme managers across all UN Secretariat entities to strengthen evaluation capacity, particularly for smaller units. Evaluation Specialists conduct evaluations of projects, programmes, strategies, and thematic topics meeting UN evaluation standards. Hiring offices search the pool and contact candidates directly with specific Terms of Reference.

Department: Various UN Secretariat Entities

• Elaborate evaluation designs and produce inception reports
• Collect and analyse quantitative and qualitative data
• Interpret evaluation findings and draw evidence-based conclusions
• Formulate actionable recommendations and communicate findings through reports and presentations
• Conduct evaluations of projects, programmes, sub-programmes, offices, strategies, or thematic topics per the specific ToR

• Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Business/Public Administration, Management, Evaluation, International Development, International Relations, Social Sciences, Legal Affairs, or related field — OR first-level degree plus 2 additional years of experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience conducting evaluations

• Generic Job Opening to build a talent pool; specific assignment details shared by hiring entity
• Duration and location vary by assignment; some work may be performed remotely
• Hiring offices will contact candidates directly with Terms of Reference